1962 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Morris | Mercury |
Model | Minor | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |